Speaking after his side battled to a 3-0 win over League One AFC Wimbledon in the third round, the Argentine coach vowed to field his strongest XI in the competition.

"It was a difficult game. Wimbledon played so well. They had a few chances which they could have scored from. It was a solid performance from us. The second half was difficult - they started well and had some chances. We scored then and again quick and the game was over," Pochettino told BBC Sport.

"We are happy because we're in the draw. We hope to get a home draw. The team deserves this. This is a competition we'll like to go far in. In my opinion I try to put out the best side to play."